{
  "id": 18874608,
  "title": "Mi Casa leads 19-show Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert season",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/08/mi-casa-leads-19-show-kirstenbosch-summer-sunset-concert-season",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-08T06:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IOL",
    "slug": "iol",
    "url": "https://iol.co.za/capetimes/arts-portal/2026-11-08-mi-casa-leads-19-show-kirstenbosch-summer-sunset-concert-season/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2026-27 Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts will commence on November 22 with Mi Casa, marking the start of a 19-show lineup that includes a mix of South African and international artists. The concerts, now in their 34th year, will extend until March 28, 2027, offering live music against the picturesque backdrop of Table Mountain and Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden.\n\nThe season's roster boasts a diverse range of musical styles, from Afro-soul and kwela-pop to rock, electronic music, and orchestral performances. Besides Mi Casa, the program features Lira, Mandisi Dyantyis, Simphiwe Dana, Mango Groove, Goldfish, Jeremy Loops, Freshlyground, Booshle G, The Billy Joel Experience, and several others. Special appearances by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra are also scheduled.\n\nKirstenbosch Events and Tourism Manager Sarah Struys emphasized that the concerts provide a unique platform for people to connect and enjoy live music together while supporting the country's creative industry. She highlighted the value of sharing picnics and experiencing the beauty of Kirstenbosch as integral to the event's appeal.\n\nThe concerts will kick off with Matthew Mole and Congo Cowboys ushering in the new year with a special New Year's Eve performance. January will see Simphiwe Dana, Selaelo Selota, Kurt Darren, Lloyiso, Just Jinjer, and GoodLuck on stage, followed by the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra's Broadway at Kirstenbosch on January 31, featuring American singer Jessica Vosk.\n\nAs the season progresses, February will bring a children's performance of Carnival of the Animals by Rob van Vuuren, along with Simphiwe Dana, Selaelo Selota, Kurt Darren, Lloyiso, Just Jinjer, and GoodLuck. Valentine's Day will see Will Linley take the stage, followed by Mango Groove and The Parlotones in March. Goldfish, Jeremy Loops, Neon Dreams, and Dutch band Chef Special will close the series on March 28, the final concert day.",
  "summary": "Mi Casa opens the 2026-27 Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts on November 22, launching a 19-show season featuring Lira, Simphiwe Dana, Mango Groove, Goldfish, Jeremy Loops and international performers.",
  "key_points": [
    "Mi Casa opens 2026-27 Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts on November 22",
    "19-show lineup includes South African and international artists",
    "Season runs until March 28, 2027, at Table Mountain venue"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The diverse lineup of local and international performers reinforces the botanical garden's role as a vital cultural hub that drives support for the South African creative industry.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}